2008 BMW 328 vs. 2011 Seat Leon
To start off, 2011 Seat Leon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 328 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2011 Seat Leon. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2011 Seat Leon.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Seat Leon (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 328 | 2011 Seat Leon | |
Make | BMW | Seat |
Model | 328 | Leon |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |